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Jan 21, 2015 | It's cold and flu season, and that may mean you're feeling a bit under the weather. Although exercise may be the last thing on your mind when you aren't feeling good, getting a little exercise in may actually help you feel better.... Full story

Jan 13, 2015 | Midway through January -- are you already feeling discouraged by your New Year's Resolutions? Take some encouragement from Dr. Sierpina and commit to your dreams day by day, moment by moment. ... Full story

Jan 02, 2015 | Did you make a New Year's Resolution to get fit and healthy? Keeping our New Year's Resolutions isn't easy. In fact, most of us will fail by the end of January. Use these 5 tips from our Fitness Expert, Marilyn Hoyt, to keep your New Year's Resolution.... Full story

Dec 23, 2014 | The holidays seem to be centered around one thing: food. When you've been through weight loss surgery, it can be especially tough to make it through this time. Helpful tips for how to politely decline food this Christmas season. ... Full story

Dec 17, 2014 | Stress and depression often accompany the holiday season. Anxiety over finances, hosting guests, cleaning, cooking, and attending multiple parties can make your head spin. While holiday-related stress is normal, we must find healthy ways to handle that stress, or we will end up making unhealthy choices we later regret. Get four tips for dealing with your holiday stress from Dr. Victor Sierpina. ... Full story

Dec 12, 2014 | Cold weather can be an instant motivation killer when you're trying to workout outdoors. But winter will be here to stay for at least a few months, so use these cold weather exercise tips to stay safe and warm while working out in the cold. ... Full story

Dec 11, 2014 | When you're trying to lose weight, whether or not you've had weight loss surgery, you need to reduce the amount of sweets you eat. But we know that sometimes it's tough to beat those cravings. So when you do need something sweet, try this recipe for fiber-packed black bean brownies. Just remember: everything in moderation!... Full story

Dec 10, 2014 | The holidays should be a time of happiness for everyone. Unfortunately, they are often the source of depression for many, a.k.a. the "holiday blues." Get some tips for dealing with the holiday blues so your holiday season can be as joyful as it should be. ... Full story

Nov 25, 2014 | Feelings of gratitude have been directly linked to a happier, healthier life. What are you thankful for? Take some time to focus on gratitude with these tips from Victor Sierpina, MD. ... Full story

Nov 25, 2014 | Weight loss surgery is discussed, it is done so in terms of the physical. Of course, this is no surprise. It is to be expected considering that this surgery - whether it’s gastric bypass, Lap Band, or gastric sleeve - can literally transform a person’s physical appearance. ... Full story

Nov 25, 2014 | It used to be that a family doctor was sort of handed down from one generation to the next. Families that stayed in one town knew the doctors that were available to them and there was never really a question about “choosing” a physician. Today, of course, things have changed dramatically.... Full story

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